Creative Conference Day 3
CREATIVE HEMP & CANNABIS WORKSHOP
27 JUNE 2025
10H00 – 12H00
WOMEN’S JAIL
CREATIVE HEMP & CANNABIS WORKSHOP
PRESENTED BY REM INITIATIVE
Empowering youth and creatives through the hemp & cannabis economy — from innovation to lifestyle.
This groundbreaking session dives into how cannabis can empower South Africa’s next wave of creative entrepreneurs. From product innovation and constitutional rights to wellness and responsible adult use — this is more than a conversation, it’s a green revolution.
Whether you’re curious about cannabis culture, building a brand, or exploring plant-based entrepreneurship, this workshop gives you the tools to level up and light the way.
Topics
The Constitution & Cannabis
Understand the legal framework and rights surrounding cannabis in South Africa.
Understanding the Cannabis Value Chain
From seed to sale — unpacking the business lifecycle and opportunities.
Entrepreneurship in Cannabis
Building a sustainable, impactful, and innovative cannabis business.
Product Innovation & Commercialization
Learn how to bring new hemp/cannabis products to market, responsibly and creatively.
Cannabis & Wellness
Explore the health and lifestyle benefits of cannabis beyond recreation.
Creativity, Cannabis & Expression
How cannabis has inspired cultural expression and empowered creative voices.
Lifestyle & Responsible Adult Use
Education and ethics around safe, intentional cannabis consumption.
TIME
Title
Description
10:00 – 10:15
Arrival and Registration
Arrival and Registration
10:15 – 10:30
Opening Framing
REM Initiatives
10:30 – 11:00
Cannabis Industry Education & Cannabis Value Chain Opportunities
Linda Siboto – Co-Founder and Director, Cheeba Cannabis and Hemp Academy
11:00 – 11:40
Cannabis Clubs & Responsible Adult Use and Cheeba Delicious
Mags Govender – Commercial Director, Cheeba Cannabis and Hemp Academy,
Nombuso Madlala – Cannabis Consultant, Cheeba Delicious
Nombuso Madlala – Cannabis Consultant, Cheeba Delicious
11:40 – 11:55
Break
Break
11:55 – 13:25
Canna Entrepreneurs Spotlight
Palesa Molo – The High Private Club, Sharpeville,
Gerald Mandebvu – Pops Soda,
T/Dr Terry May Gilbert – Chariots Green Farmacy,
Mahlatse Mahlala – SA Hemp Farm,
Sherone Buthelezi – Mahoua Collection (Fashion),
Mo – Potcast & Factory
Gerald Mandebvu – Pops Soda,
T/Dr Terry May Gilbert – Chariots Green Farmacy,
Mahlatse Mahlala – SA Hemp Farm,
Sherone Buthelezi – Mahoua Collection (Fashion),
Mo – Potcast & Factory
13:25 – 13:40
Break
Break
13:40 – 14:30
Creativity in Cannabis
Mo and Creative Artist
14:30 – 14:45
Closing Reflections
REM Initiatives
PANELISTS & FACILITATORS
Gerald Mandebvu
Founder of Pops Soda — a pioneering CBD beverage brand. Gerald launched the company in 2019 and partners with CSIR scientists and top local growers to bring accessible, proudly South African cannabis drinks to the masses.
Magan Govender
Entrepreneur and Chief Commercial Officer at Cheeba Africa — the continent’s first and largest cannabis and hemp academy. Magan brings telecoms experience and a people-first approach to cannabis education and empowerment.
Linda Siboto
Co-founder of Cheeba Africa, overseeing new business and media. A former TV producer and passionate advocate for cannabis access and education.
Mahlatse Mohlala
Founder of Green Route Hemp Industries. An innovator building Africa’s regenerative hemp textile economy — from soil to sustainable fashion.
Mogomotsi (MO) Sekobe
Entrepreneur behind Gopolang Events and hemp-based handbags. From entertainment to cannabis, Mo is all about creative crossover and innovation.
Nombuso Malindi
Cannabis consultant at Cheeba Delicious. Her journey from informal sales to certified budtender is rooted in passion and youth empowerment.
Palesa Mpho Portia Moloi
Early Childhood Practitioner and Events Manager at The High Private Club in Sharpville. She’s been a cannabis advocate and educator since 2015.
Sherone Buthelezi
Founder of Mahoua Collection — a lifestyle brand using hemp textiles to merge fashion, wellness, and environmental sustainability.
DR Terry May Gilbert
Traditional healer, natural wellness expert, and serial entrepreneur. Terry brings holistic healing, farming, and green economy activism to the cannabis space.
